Gardentopia by Jan Johnsen

Gardentopia by Jan Johnsen

This book came out in 2019, and in it, Jan encourages us to ditch the drudgery, darlings, and cultivate our own Eden!

Is your backyard a lackluster landscape, more dust bowl than a dazzling oasis?

Fear not, fellow flora fanatics!

Jan Johnsen, the Martha Stewart with mud on her Manolos, has descended from the heavens (or perhaps Westchester County) with a tome that will have you transforming your tired plot into a paradise more befitting Vita Sackville-West herself.

Forget those fussy, formulaic garden guides!

Gardentopia is a breath of fresh air, a whimsical exploration of design that will have you tossing out the trowel and grabbing your metaphorical paintbrush. Imagine a symphony of color bursting forth from strategically placed blooms, a hidden nook whispering secrets beneath a weeping willow, or a sun-drenched patio perfect for sipping afternoon tea (or gin and tonics, no judgment!).

Jan, a landscape designer with a heart of gold and a knack for storytelling, unveils her secrets in bite-sized, glorious chapters.

Craving a splash of drama?

Learn to "Paint it Black" with strategically placed dark foliage.

Feeling a touch…square?

"Soften a Corner" with a strategically placed shrub (or a mischievous gnome, if that's your cup of tea).

This isn't just a book; it's an invitation to co-create with nature, to weave a tapestry of flora that reflects your innermost desires.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a complete novice, this book will ignite your imagination and leave you itching to get your hands dirty (in the best way possible, of course).

So throw on your gardening gloves (and perhaps a floppy hat, à la Margaret Roach), and embark on a journey to cultivate your own personal Gardentopia.

After all, a touch of whimsy is the secret ingredient to a truly extraordinary garden, wouldn't you agree?

You can get a copy of Gardentopia by Jan Johnsen and support the show using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for under $15.